Forecast

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
Queensland

Marine Wind Warning Summary for Queensland

Issued at 03:00 PM EST on Monday 09 March 2026
for the period until midnight EST Tuesday 10 March 2026

Wind Warnings for Monday 09 March
Gale Warning for the following areas:
Capricornia Coast and K'gari Coast
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Townsville Coast, Mackay Coast, Hervey Bay, Sunshine Coast Waters, Moreton Bay and Gold Coast Waters

Wind Warnings for Tuesday 10 March
Strong Wind Warning for the following areas:
Capricornia Coast, Hervey Bay, K'gari Coast, Sunshine Coast Waters and Gold Coast Waters

The next marine wind warning summary will be issued by 9:00 pm EST Monday.
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Check the latest Coastal Waters Forecast or Local
Waters Forecast at http://www.bom.gov.au/qld/forecasts/map.shtml for information on wind,
wave and weather conditions for these coastal zones.
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Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Suttor River And Final Flood Warning For The Lower Burdekin River
Issued at 01:25 PM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 3

MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE ALONG THE SUTTOR RIVER AT ST ANNS FROM AROUND FRIDAY
FLOODING NO LONGER EXPECTED ALONG THE LOWER BURDEKIN RIVER AT DALBEG, CLARE AND INKERMAN BRIDGE (BURDEKIN BRIDGE)
Recent moderate to heavy rainfall over parts of the Belyando and Suttor catchments has caused river level rises across the upper catchments. Minor flooding is possible from around Friday along the Suttor River at St Anns as upstream flows arrive.
Elevated river levels are occurring along the lower Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam, however river levels are expected to remain below the minor flood level.
A Flood Watch is current for most of Queensland.

Belyando and Suttor Rivers to Burdekin Falls Dam:
Minor flooding is possible along the Suttor River.
The Suttor River at St Anns is currently at 1.39 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Suttor River at St Anns may reach the minor flood level (4.00 m) from around Friday.

Burdekin River downstream of Burdekin Falls Dam:
Flooding is no longer expected along the lower Burdekin River.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is currently at 7.28 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Dalbeg is expected to remain below the minor flood level (10.00 m).

The Burdekin River at Clare is currently at 7.20 m and falling, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Clare is expected to remain below the minor flood level (9.00 m).

The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge) is currently at 5.55 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge (Burdekin Bridge) is expected to remain below the minor flood level (7.00 m).

Flood Safety Advice:
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.disaster.qld.gov.au/warnings.}
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 02:00 PM AEST on Wednesday 11 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Burdekin River at Mt Fullstop,3.78,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Paluma Dam,0.08,steady,11:40 am Mon 09/03/26
Star River at Laroona,3.55,falling,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Gainsford,4.60,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Keelbottom Creek at Keelbottom,1.92,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Sellheim,4.70,falling,7:12 am Mon 09/03/26
Alpha Creek at Rivington,1.12,steady,12:56 pm Mon 09/03/26
Belyando River at Belyando Crossing,1.67,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Suttor River at St Anns,1.39,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Cape River at Pentland,2.22,steady,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Cape River at Taemas,2.71,steady,10:27 am Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin Dam,1.27,steady,1:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Bowen River at Myuna,4.93,falling,12:00 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Dalbeg,7.28,rising,12:39 pm Mon 09/03/26
Bogie River at Strathbogie,2.72,falling,12:54 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Millaroo,7.65,steady,12:27 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Clare,7.20,falling,12:50 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Inkerman Bridge,5.60,falling,1:12 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Rita Island,-1.50,falling,12:43 pm Mon 09/03/26
Burdekin River at Groper Creek,0.74,steady,12:54 pm Mon 09/03/26

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Final Flood Warning For The Pioneer River
Issued at 11:00 AM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 5

FLOODING HAS EASED ACROSS THE PIONEER RIVER
Moderate rainfall has been observed across the catchment since late Saturday, which resulted in river and creek level rises over the weekend. River levels have now eased and are expected to continue falling.
Showers and the chance of thunderstorms are forecast for the next few days but are not expected to significantly affect river levels.
A Flood Watch is current for most of Queensland.

Pioneer River:
River levels have now eased below the minor level at Mirani Township.

Flood Safety Advice:
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.disaster.qld.gov.au/warnings.}
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Next issue:
This is a final warning. No further warnings will be issued for this event.

Latest River Heights:
Teemburra Dam,0.36,steady,9:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Blacks Creek at Whiteford,2.16,steady,10:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Pioneer River at Sarich,3.20,falling,10:15 am Mon 09/03/26
Finch Hatton Creek at Gorge Road,1.82,steady,10:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Cattle Creek at Finch Hatton,1.90,falling,10:11 am Mon 09/03/26
Cattle Creek at Gargett,2.39,steady,10:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Pioneer River at Mirani Weir HG,46.39,steady,9:33 am Mon 09/03/26
Pioneer River at Mirani Weir,2.93,falling,10:13 am Mon 09/03/26
Pioneer River at Marian Weir,0.79,falling,10:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Pioneer River at Marian Weir,1.10,steady,10:20 am Mon 09/03/26
Pioneer River at Dumbleton Rocks,15.16,falling,10:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Pioneer River at Hospital Bridge,3.45,steady,10:20 am Mon 09/03/26
Pioneer River at Mackay,2.90,rising,10:55 am Mon 09/03/26
Outer Harbour Tide,3.37,rising,10:40 am Mon 09/03/26

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Minor Flood Warning For The Don River And Flood Warning For The Proserpine River Catchment
Issued at 08:50 AM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 6

RENEWED MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT BOWEN PUMP STATION OVERNIGHT MONDAY INTO TUESDAY
Moderate to heavy rainfall over the weekend resulted in two moderate flood peaks along the Don River at Bowen Pump Station. River levels have since fallen, and are just below the minor flood level. However, further rainfall is forecast for the remainder of Monday which may result in renewed rises and minor flooding at Bowen Pump Station from overnight Monday into Tuesday.
A Flood Watch is current for most of Queensland.

Don River:
Renewed minor flooding is possible along the Don River.
The Don River at Bowen Pump Station is currently at 2.40 m and falling, below the minor flood level (2.50 m).
Renewed river level rises and minor flooding is possible along the Don River at Bowen Pump Station from overnight Monday into Tuesday, with forecast rainfall.

Proserpine River:
Elevated river levels are occurring in the Proserpine River catchment.

Flood Safety Advice:
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.disaster.qld.gov.au/warnings.}
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 11:00 AM AEST on Tuesday 10 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Don River at Ida Creek,1.81,steady,8:10 am Mon 09/03/26
Don River at Mount Dangar,1.95,steady,7:28 am Mon 09/03/26
Don River at Reeves,2.64,steady,8:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Don River at Bowen Pump Station,2.40,falling,8:41 am Mon 09/03/26
Bowen Tide,1.75,falling,8:19 am Mon 09/03/26
Proserpine River at Peter Faust Dam HG,0.50,steady,8:00 am Mon 09/03/26

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.

Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations

Moderate Flood Warning For The Connors And Isaac Rivers And Minor Flood Warning For The Dawson River
Issued at 02:12 AM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026
Flood Warning Number: 3

MODERATE FLOODING LIKELY AT YATTON FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON
MINOR FLOODING POSSIBLE AT TAROOM, THEODORE WEIR AND BARALABA FROM MONDAY MORNING
Moderate to heavy rainfall has been observed across parts of the Dawson, Connors and Isaac Rivers, with further heavy rainfall forecast for the remainder of Monday. Rainfall has been particularly heavy across the Funnel Creek catchment and rapid river level rises have been observed.
Along the Dawson River minor flooding is possible at Taroom, Theodore Weir and Baralaba from Monday morning. Along the Isaac River minor flooding is expected at Yatton from Monday morning with moderate flooding likely from Monday afternoon.
Further rainfall is forecast for the remainder of Monday. Higher and earlier river level rises are possible, depending on the timing and intensity of rainfall.
A Flood Watch is current for most of Queensland. A Severe Weather Warning for heavy rainfall is current for large parts of southeast Queensland, including parts of the Dawson River catchment.

Dawson River to Theodore:
Minor flooding is possible at Taroom and Theodore with further rises possible with forecast rain.
The Dawson River at Taroom is currently at 1.50 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Dawson River at Taroom may reach around the minor flood level (4.50 m) overnight Monday into Tuesday, with forecast rainfall. Further rises are possible.

The Dawson River at Theodore Weir is currently at 6.13 m and steady, below the minor flood level.
The Dawson River at Theodore Weir may reach around the minor flood level (8.00 m) Monday evening. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

Dawson River downstream of Theodore:
Minor flooding is possible at Baralaba with further rises possible with forecast rain.
No river level observation is currently available at Baralaba. However, based on the nearby gauge the river level at Baralaba is expected to be below the minor flood level and rising.
The Dawson River at Baralaba may reach around the minor flood level (4.00 m) Monday morning. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

Connors and Isaac Rivers:
Moderate flooding is possible at Yatton with further rises possible with forecast rain.
The Isaac River at Yatton is currently at 5.00 m and rising, below the minor flood level.
The Isaac River at Yatton is expected to exceed the minor flood level (7.50 m) Monday morning. The river is likely to reach around the moderate flood level (9.50 m) Monday afternoon. Further rises are possible with forecast rain.

Flood Safety Advice:
Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous.
Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways.
Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads.
Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed.
For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.disaster.qld.gov.au/warnings.}
For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately.

Next issue:
The next warning will be issued by 03:00 PM AEST on Monday 09 March 2026.

Latest River Heights:
Dawson River at Utopia Downs,2.16,rising,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Dawson River at Tarana Crossing,2.68,rising,1:56 am Mon 09/03/26
Juandah Creek at Windamere,5.20,rising,1:20 am Mon 09/03/26
Dawson River at Taroom,1.50,rising,1:20 am Mon 09/03/26
Dawson River at Gyranda Weir,0.62,rising,2:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Dawson River at Theodore Weir,6.13,steady,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Dawson River at Moura Weir,0.14,steady,1:48 am Mon 09/03/26
Mimosa Creek at Karamea,1.66,rising,1:47 am Mon 09/03/26
Dawson River at Baralaba TW,3.29,rising,2:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Kroombit Creek at Kroombit Dam HG,-11.80,steady,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Kroombit Creek at Biloela,0.00,steady,11:02 pm Sun 08/03/26
Callide Creek at Callide Dam HG,-14.02,steady,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Callide Creek at Jambin,0.00,steady,12:33 am Mon 09/03/26
Callide Creek at Goovigen,0.81,rising,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Don River at Rannes,2.05,steady,1:20 am Mon 09/03/26
Dawson River at Knebworth,2.25,steady,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Arcadia Creek at Arcadia Valley School,1.35,steady,1:19 am Mon 09/03/26
Comet River at The Lake,1.18,steady,1:19 am Mon 09/03/26
Comet River at Comet Weir,1.33,rising,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Nogoa River at Raymond,1.10,steady,7:00 pm Sun 08/03/26
Nogoa River at Craigmore,1.20,steady,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Nogoa River at Fairbairn Dam,-8.51,steady,2:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Nogoa River at Emerald,3.51,steady,1:52 am Mon 09/03/26
Theresa Creek at Gregory Highway,0.51,rising,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Isaac River at Fitzroy Developmental Rd Bridge,0.64,rising,1:15 am Mon 09/03/26
Connors River at Pink Lagoon,8.51,rising,1:20 am Mon 09/03/26
Isaac River at Yatton,5.00,rising,1:20 am Mon 09/03/26
Mackenzie River at Bedford Weir TW,1.61,steady,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang TW,1.38,steady,1:48 am Mon 09/03/26
Mackenzie River at Bingegang Weir HG,7.55,steady,1:38 am Mon 09/03/26
Mackenzie River at Tartrus,6.11,steady,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Fitzroy River at Riverslea,13.25,steady,1:00 am Mon 09/03/26
Connor Creek at Port Alma Tide,4.25,steady,12:34 am Mon 09/03/26

This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.